Let's go for a walk in Patras!
Patras, the city that hosts the most important
meeting of medical students this year, is the third
largest city in the country, Greece's gateway to the
West and a place you should all visit. It is a major
commercial and intellectual center. It has one of the
most significant discriminatory universities in Greece
and abroad, thanks to its innovative work in both the Sciences and Health sciences
and the Humanitarian and Social sciences.
The most appropriate place to discover city's rich
history is New Archaeological Museum, a modern
building at the entrance of the city.
At the base of Panachaic Mountain is the Castle of
Patras, a unique landmark that hosts many summer
cultural events.
Another magnificent building worth a visit, is the
Roman Conservatory. Located in the Upper Town it is
ideal for theatrical performances and concerts.
An important emblem of the aristocratic Patras is
the Apollon Theater, a miniature of the Scala di
Milano, which adorns the Square of King George I in
the center of Patras.
On the west side of the city stands the Holy
Church of St. Andreas, the largest Orthodox
church in Greece and a place of pilgrimage for
Christians from all over the world.
No one leaves Patras unless they tour the unique
Achaia Clauss, the oldest winery in our country. In a
lush environment with historic buildings, the visitor
can sample fine wines including the famous red
sweet wine, Mavrodafni.
The most impressive and newest attraction
couldn't be any other than the Harilaou Trikoupi
Bridge (Rio-Antirio Bridge), a vision that became
a reality and a landmark of 21st century Greece.
At the same time, on Rio's pier next to the
Bridge, every visitor can enjoy their coffee or
food.
The city offers hundreds of choices, combining romance and vibrancy to satisfy both
its visitors and its residents. It is full of life but simultaneously offers deep "breaths".
What is enough for you to realize this, is a stroll along the Square of Psila Alonia
gazing at the whole city of Patras, a walk on the Riga Feraeou pedestrian street,
some chilling time with friends on the steps of Ag. Nikolaou with music and sea view
and an evening walk for wine on Hephaestus street.
Patras has a unique history and hides many beauties. Get to know the city and it will
be worth it!